How to set your network settings for DHCP for Windows

Note: When making any network configuration changes, you must have administrator privilege on
the computer in order to complete these instructions.

To set your network card for DHCP, follow these steps:

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Click the Start button

Click Control Panel
Click Network and Internet
Click View network status and tasks under Network and Sharing Center
Click Change adapter settings on the left navigation bar
Right-click on the network adapter who wish to change, such as Local Area Connection
Select Properties
Highlight Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)
Click Properties
In the General tab, ensure that obtain an IP address automatically radio Button is selected
Click OK twice and exit back to the Desktop.

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To set your Network card for DHCP, follow these steps:

Classic View:
Click the Start button
Click Settings
Select Control Panel
Double-click Network Connections
Right-click on the Local Area Connection (for your network card)
Select Properties
Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
Click Properties
In the General tab, ensure that Obtain an IP address automatically radio button is selected.

The IP settings page will finally appear as shown below: